Saracen  (Disk version)
Platform: Commodore 64
Gametype: Undefined
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A combination puzzle/action game from Datasoft. In each of the 100 levels, the player moves a crusader through an obstacle filled maze trying to reach the Saracen Chief and detonate a bomb next to him. The chief does not move, instead remaining in a set position.

Along the way, he must avoid roaming guards, bouncing cannonballs, and other traps. The crusader is armed with a bow and can pick up directionally specific arrows that are used to stop guards or destroy walls. The arrows being limited to shooting in one of the four compass directions is exacerbated by only being able to carry one object (key, arrow or bomb) at a time. For these reasons, the game's puzzle leanings and the need for a methodical approach are strong.

There is generally only one way to solve each level and proper use of the given tools is key to finding it.

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Description from the packaging:

During the Holy Crusades, the brave, adventurous young soldiers of the Christian world traveled to the Holy Land to fight the Medieval Infidel Saracens
As Ilan The Crusader, you must make your way through the mazes of stone walls that are patrolled by fanatical guards. Your goal: destroy the Chief of the Saracens.
Your only weapon is a longbow; but when your arrows shoot straight and true, they have the power to crash through walls or start a chain reaction of explosions.
Mazes are booby-trapped with bombs; blue-steel balls thunder heavily after you; and locked doors present a challenge to your wit and ingenuity.

Features:
Action-strategy game.
100 Pulse quickening game levels.
Player-controlled level selection.
Choice of joystick or keyboard action.
